Careers support can be of benefit to those struggling to find work or looking to change careers. Below, we’ve included some of the most well-known resources which offer professional guidance and advice.
Careers Resources
Prospects
Also known as Graduate Prospects, this registered charity offers help and advice to graduates looking for work that matches their qualifications. The site features CV tips, interview techniques and has an extensive database of jobs.
Monster
One of the leading providers of employment and recruitment information in the UK. The site contains a massive range of jobs and there are also services that help people build a successful CV. There’s also a careers section offers advice and tips on finding the right job.
Careers Coaching and Counselling
Careers coaching and counselling can help people find new direction in their professional and working lives. Trained practitioners work with individuals to reassess their skills and potential, in an effort to help them work towards promotion or a change of career.
A lack of motivation or uncertainty can sometimes require guidance and careful planning so that the individual can word towards a more fulfilling future.
Careers Support Helplines
ACAS – 08456 474747
They specialise in improving employment relations and helping companies solve problems in the workplace. Their helpline is available for anyone and includes those with career dilemnas.
Careers Partnership – 01455 284 023
An organisation that provides information about career development. They work with people of all ages and aim to help people work towards their long-term career goals through face-to-face consultations.
Career Problems
Finding employment and making career changes can make a big diference to a person’s mental wellbeing, instilling a sense of fulfilment and satisfaction. However, the personal and mental adjustments often required may prove challenging.
Therefore professional guidance can sometimes be extremely useful in alleviating the difficulties associated with new jobs or career transitions.
With the right kind of guidance, people are also better able to assess the feasibility of their goals and then work towards them.
In addition, graduates and school leavers can benefit from careers advice counselling. University graduates sometimes need help in finding jobs to match their skills, while school leavers may need help in plotting their career path. We’ve provided a list of phone numbers and a selection of careers resources that may be of some help.
